Stafford Technical Center

Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology Program provides educational experiences in automotive diagnostics and repair.  Engine Performance, Electrical/Electronics, Brakes and Steering and Suspension are the main focus of the program’s instruction.  As students progress, they can acquire knowledge of more complex diagnostic procedures utilizing computer systems.  Students gain skills by using diagnostic equipment to repair customer vehicles.  At the conclusion of each instructional section, the student is given the opportunity to achieve an industry-recognized credential through NATEF End-of Program Certification testing.

Units:

● Computerized Diagnostics

● Estimation

● Safety Procedures

● System Troubleshooting

● Brake Systems

● On-Board Electronics     

● Steering and Suspension

● Engine Performance 

● Proper use of Tools

Class Activities:

Students work on a large cross section of automobiles and light trucks.  Students normally take English at the Center.

Sample Job Opportunities:

● Auto Repair
● Parts Management
● Dealership Technician
● Automotive Vehicle and Parts Sales

Sample credits/schedules: (*Indicates Department of Education mandated academic embedded credit.  All other embedded credits are the recommendation of Stafford Technical Center and are granted at the discretion of the student’s sending school.)

 4 Automotive Technology
1 English
1 Applied Science* or 1 Applied Math 

Articulation:

University of Northwestern Ohio – up to 12 credits
Universal Technical Institute – up to 12 credits

Certification Opportunities:

• NATEF Certification
• S/P2 – Safety & Pollution Prevention certificate
• Heartsaver CPR

Students completing 90% of the Core Competencies will receive a certificate from STAFFORD TECHNICAL CENTER.